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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 325 -- Alcohol Studies (3) An examination of the physical, psychological, and sociological implications of alcohol use and abuse. A priomary focus is on confronting our own as well as others attitudes and beliefs about alcohol use. Additional emphasis is placed on theories of causation, awareness of values, and conflicting value systems relating to prevention and the importance of developing an understanding of the role of alcohol use in western society. Spring. Gen Ed: SI and SA credit.
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HLTH 331 -- Death and Dying (3) An examination of the social and psychological implications of the study of death and dying with particular emphasis on their relevance to enhancing the quality of life. Death is viewed as an integral part of life and the final stage of growth, more than a mere biological event. A focus of the course is to provide an understanding of those issues which have an impact upon individuals when going through life-threatening processes. The importance of recognizing needs, nonverbal or symbolic behavior and effective communication is studied along with the impact of loss in the life cycle. Spring. Gen Ed: SA credit.
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HLTH 333 -- Human Nutrition (3) Designed to acquaint the student with the basic principles of nutrition including a study of the nutrients, their functions and sources, the application of nutrition principles to the various stages of the human life cycle, the question of food safety in terms of additives, residues, and natural toxicants, and the area of nutrition quackery. Students will become involved in self-evaluation projects and group discussions that will enable them to apply the basic principles to their daily eating habits and lifestyles. Fall and Spring.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 341 -- Sexual Health (3) This course is designed to be an exploration of topics in sexual health. Students will examine adolescent and sexual identity development; sexual health issues such as sexually transmitted disease, reproduction and sexual violence, and community health strategies used to address sexual health such as sexuality education, disease prevention and sexual health promotion efforts, sexual/reproductive health care. Students will also explore the impact of attitudes about sex on sexual health and on community health strategies to address sexual health. Spring.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 342 -- Women's Health (3) This course examines health concerns specific to women. Behavioral, psychological and socio-cultural aspects of women¿s experience in health systems will be explored, as well as general influences such as age, race, ethnicity and social class on women¿s roles as recipients and providers of health care. Course topics include historical perspectives on women¿s health, gender differences in morbidity and mortality, patient and health care provider relationships, health care consumerism, the impact of employment, motherhood, divorce and aging, and other health concerns unique to women. Fall. Gen Ed: SI credit.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 344 -- Issues in Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Health (3). This seminar-style course explores issues related to the health and well being of lesbian women, gay men and bisexual women and men. Topics covered include the development of gay, lesbian or bisexual identity; the impact of coming out on well being; the current state of research into the gay, lesbian and bisexual health; the nature of homophobia and hetrosexism; the impact of living in a homophobic, hetrosexist society; strategies to combat homophobia/heterosexism and build supportive environments (in schools, health care settings, etc.); and related topics of interest to students enrolled in the class. As demand warrants. Gen Ed: SI credit.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 361 -- Introduction to Community Health (3) This course outlines the history, evolution and status of the practice of health education among groups of people who define themselves as a community. There is a focus on health behaviors, environmental influences, health policy, and economic and health care system issues in health promotion and disease prevention. Fall and Spring. Gen Ed: SA and SI credit.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 371 -- Nutrition for Special Populations (3) This course will cover issues related to the nutrition among specific populations of people. Topics will include prenatal nutrition, nutrition for children and the elderly, and nutrition for athletes. Fall of odd years.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 375 -- Navigating the American Diet (3) This course will provide an in-depth analysis of the science of weight management. Using current scientific nutrition research students will learn about the nature of hunger, appetite and satiety and will explore how the current American diet promotes weight gain. Students will learn about current fad diets; how obesity and weight gain are associated with chronic disease; the role of physical activity in weight management; the dangers associated with disordered eating; and medical treatment methods for treating obesity including appetite suppressants and gastric bypass surgery. Through interactive, student led activities, students will learn how to maximize nutrients and flavor in the food they eat without also maximizing calories. As demand warrants.
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3.00 Credits
HLTH 380 -- Theory in Community Health (3) This course will provide students with an overview of theories used in health education and communication.
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